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8 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Suzhou, China

Updated January 25, 2024
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Shuangta, Twin Pagodas seen from the relic site

Suzhou, China

Luohanyuan Shuangta (Twin Pagodas)

Two nearly identical Chinese pagodas stand side by side, along with ancient stone relics.
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The Seven Cats of Shantang Street

Thanks to a bit of wordplay, seven auspicious stone cats guard this ancient canalside street.

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London Tower Bridge Replica

The Chinese have long been excellent at the art of copying, but this epic replica takes the biscuit.
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Chongyuan Temple's Guanyin Statue

An enormous effigy of the goddess of compassion hides within the sanctuary.
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Precious Belt Bridge

This bridge dates back to the 9th century and allows visitors to walk an ancient path amid modern industrial trappings.
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Ruiguang Tower

The earliest pagoda built in the beautiful Panmen Scenic Area of Suzhou.

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You can still find your way around Suzhou with this 800-year-old stone map.
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